Nikon Z6 vs Samsung NX30

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon Z6 vs Samsung NX30, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and NX30 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 was launched 4 years after the NX30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z6 matches up vs the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 & Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Z6 compared to the NX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 and NX30 is 62 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 and NX30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Z6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.